Heat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support

ABSTRACT

A heat resistant wrist support glove reliably provides therapeutic relief/support when handling hot objects or tools. The heat resistant glove comprises an inner member composed of an elastic material having a wrist supporting portion, a palm supporting portion, and at least one shallow opening adapted for passage of a user&#39;s fingers. The inner member is therapeutic in nature as it provides compression to the user&#39;s hand and/wrist and optionally at least a portion of the user&#39;s forearm. Preferably the inner member is composed of an elastic compression material. The heat resistant glove further comprises an outer member composed of a light-weight, thin, heat resistant material and is formed having a wrist segment, palm segment, and finger covering segment. The inner member is housed within the outer member. The glove provides therapeutic relief and protection against repetitive stress injuries (“RSI”), carpal tunnel, arthritis, hand fatigue and/or poor circulation and provides protection from burns when being worn.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This Application claims the benefit of Provisional Application U.S. Ser.No. 61/334,961, filed Nov. 30, 2010, entitled “Heat Resistant Glove withTherapeutic Relief/Support”, the disclosure of which is herebyincorporated in its entirety by reference thereto.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates to a heat resistant gloves; and moreparticularly, to a heat resistant glove having a therapeuticrelief/support appointed for use in providing protection and therapeutictreatment to a user's wrist and hand when handling heated, hot orotherwise warm objects or tools.

2. Description of the Prior Art

Heated tools including but not limited to hair irons, blow dryers, hotcombs and rollers are used to change or temporarily modify the structureof hair using heat. Heated tools include the three general kinds:curling irons, used to make the hair curly; straightening irons or hotcombs, used to straighten the hair; and crimping irons, used to createcrimps of the desired size in the hair. Heat settings generally rangefrom 100-430 degrees. Higher heat settings are utilized for coarser,thicker, or ethnic hair, while lower heat settings are recommended forfiner, thin or damaged hair. Owing to the high heat delivery of thesestructures accidental burns pose a risk to users while styling hair,rendering severe burns when making the slightest contact with the skin.In addition, hair dressers/beauticians and stylists are repetitive usersof heated hair tools and are at high risk for repetitive stress and burninjuries to the hands, wrists and fingers. For these occupations,repetitive strain, repetitive stress injuries (“RSI”), carpal tunnelsyndrome, arthritis, hand fatigue and/or poor circulation and,occasionally, painful burns from direct heat contact frequently result.

Other heated tools are used in many households, including but notlimited to irons and/or steam cleaners for clothing. Employers at drycleaners use these tools repetitively and are susceptible to RSIinjuries and burns as well.

Additionally, chefs/cooks are in frequent contact with heated kitchentools such as hot pots/pans. On these occasions, the chefs/cooks handsand fingers often come in direct contact with hot pans, stoves or otherhot kitchen equipment. Also, repetitive flipping, sautéing, or quickhand motions associated with cooking can cause RSI. Moreover, restaurantwaiters/waitresses also experience burns and RSI injuries to thehands/wrists due to carrying very hot plates that also tend to be veryheavy.

Although various types of glove constructs have been proposed, many ofthe glove constructs are ineffective at insulating the user's hand fromheat. Moreover, many of the glove constructs lack finger coverings orhave cutouts integrated in the glove, which result in exposure of afinger or fingers to heat and burns. Still further, many of the glovesare simply too bulky and thick, and render the picking-up of objectsdifficult. Besides burn injuries, RSI, carpal tunnel and other handinjuries are a major concern faced by individuals and professionals.However, none of the glove constructs heretofore proposed or utilizedprovides a heat resistant glove that also provides therapeutic treatmentto the hand and wrist.

There remains a need in the art for a heat resistant glove withtherapeutic relief/support integrated therein for providing heatprotection and therapeutic treatment to a user's wrist and hand whenhandling heated, hot or otherwise warm objects or tools.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is directed to a heat resistant glove withtherapeutic relief/support appointed for use in providing protection andtherapeutic treatment to a user's wrist and hand when handling heatedhair tools. The glove has particular applications in protecting andproviding therapy to occupations such as chefs, cooks, waiters,waitresses, cleaners, seamstresses, beauticians, hair stylists, andother occupations using heated tools or implements, as well as consumersfor home use.

Particularly, the heat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/supportgenerally comprises: (i) an inner member composed of an elastic materialhaving a wrist supporting portion, a palm supporting portion, and atleast one shallow opening adapted for passage of a user's fingers, theinner member being therapeutic in nature to provide relief andprotection against repetitive strain, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis,hand fatigue and/or poor circulation; (ii) an outer member composed of alight-weight, thin, heat resistant material having a wrist segment, palmsegment, and finger covering segment; and (iii) the inner member beinghoused within the outer member. Wherein the heat resistant, wristsupport glove provides therapeutic relief and protection againstrepetitive strain, repetitive stress injuries (“RSI”), carpal tunnelsyndrome, arthritis, hand fatigue and/or poor circulation and providesprotection from burns when being worn.

Heated hair styling and treatment tools place beauticians and otheroperators at risk of hand and finger burns. For examples, heater hairstyling tools such as hair irons, hot combs, hair tongs, crimpers andstraighteners use high heat temperatures to style the hair. Oftenbeauticians and other operators of the tools must use great care toavoid contact with their hands and fingers. At the same time, even thehair being removed from the tool is hot to the touch and can causediscomfort to the stylist. Burns caused by the heat are not the onlyproblem encountered by the beautician/stylist or operator. Extended andrepeated usage, which involves holding of the hair styling tool over anextended time period, often results in soreness of the wrist, carpaltunnel syndrome, and other hand and wrist injuries. Advantageously, theheat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support of the subjectinvention is directed to a glove having both heat resistance andtherapeutic support for the beautician/stylist/or operator's hand andwrist, and optionally, at least a portion of the user's forearm.

The heat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support offerstherapeutic relief/support/protection from RSI's of the hand. Use of thesubject glove protects the hands and fingers from direct skin contactwith an iron or heat source to prevent burns. Close fitting, lightweightsupport of the glove is provided due to a wrist/hand brace inside thatwill. This support promotes a relaxed hand and wrist position when usingthe flat iron. At the same time, it provides a sleek fitting glovewithout loose over draping material that would pose dangerousobstruction of the user's view or obstruction of the heated hair tool.Typically a flat iron is used to straighten hair. This usage can occurat least once a day. During the hair straightening process, the heatresistant glove with therapeutic relief/support produces a massaging,stimulating effect which enhances circulation. Therapeutically, the heatresistant glove with therapeutic relief/support prevents and relievespain and stiffness associated with repetitive strain, carpal tunnelsyndrome, arthritis, hand fatigue and poor circulation which commonlyresult from repetitive use of the straightening tool. While the heatresistant glove with therapeutic relief/support is appointed to be usedto protect the stylist from hot hair styling tools, the subject glovealso has applications for use with non-heat repetitive hair stylingactivities, such as brushing, combing, placing curlers in hair, and thelike. Advantageously, the glove provides protection against andalleviates wrist and hand soreness and injury during these repetitivestyling activities.

A method of using the heat resistant wrist support glove is alsoprovided. The method includes the steps of donning a heat resistantwrist support glove comprising an inner member composed of an elasticmaterial having a wrist supporting portion, a palm supporting portion,and at least one shallow opening adapted for passage of a user'sfingers, the inner member being therapeutic in nature, an outer membercomposed of a light-weight, thin, heat resistant material having a wristsegment, palm segment, and finger covering segment, and the inner memberbeing housed within the outer member. The method further includes thestep of handling heated, hot or otherwise warm objects or tools. Theheat resistant, wrist support glove provides therapeutic relief andprotection against repetitive strain, repetitive stress injuries(“RSI”), carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, hand fatigue and/or poorcirculation and provides protection from burns when being worn.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

The invention will be more fully understood and further advantages willbecome apparent when reference is had to the following detaileddescription and the accompanying drawings, in which:

FIG. 1 illustrates a view of the inner member of the heat resistantglove with therapeutic relief/support;

FIG. 2 illustrates a view of the inner member of FIG. 1 housed withinthe outer member as an integral unit in its completed construction andbeing worn on a user;

FIG. 3 illustrates a view of another embodiment of the inner member ofthe heat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support wherein thewrist support extends onto at least a portion of a user's forearm; and

FIG. 4 illustrates a view of the inner member of FIG. 3 housed withinthe outer member as an integral unit in its completed construction withattachment means included, and being worn on a user.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

The present invention relates to a heat resistant wrist support glovethat reliably provides therapeutic relief/support when handling hotobjects or tools. The heat resistant glove comprises an inner membercomposed of an elastic material having a wrist supporting portion, apalm supporting portion, and at least one shallow opening adapted forpassage of a user's fingers. The inner member is therapeutic in natureas it provides compression to the user's hand and/wrist and optionallyat least a portion of the user's forearm. Preferably, the inner memberis composed of an elastic compression material. The heat resistant glovefurther comprises an outer member composed of a light-weight, thin, heatresistant material and is formed having a wrist segment, palm segment,and finger covering segment. The inner member is housed within the outermember. The glove provides therapeutic relief and protection againstrepetitive stress injuries (“RSI”), carpal tunnel, arthritis, handfatigue and/or poor circulation and provides protection from burns whenbeing worn.

The inner and outer members are joined together by sewing or the like toform an integral unit. Advantageously, the heat resistant glove withtherapeutic relief/support provides therapeutic relief and protectionagainst repetitive strain, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, handfatigue and/or poor circulation, and provides protection from burns whenbeing worn. A glove should be worn on both hands to provide equalprotection for right and left hand, fingers and writs.

Generally stated, the invention involves a heat resistant glove withtherapeutic relief/support appointed for use in providing protection andtherapeutic treatment to a user's wrist and hand when handling heatedhair tools, irons and steam cleaners. The glove will also provideprotection and therapeutic support while cooking or carrying heatedplates.

The heat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support providestherapeutic relief, support and protection from RSI's of the hand. Useof the glove protects the hands and finger from direct skin contact withan iron or heat source to prevent burns. Close/snug fitting andlightweight support of the glove is provided due to a wrist/hand bracetherewith. This support promotes a relaxed hand and wrist position whenusing a hair iron. At the same time, there is provided a sleek fittingglove without loose over draping material that would dangerouslyobstruct the user's view or obstruct operation of the heated hair tool.

Typically a flat iron or heated hair tool can be used at least one timea day. During the hair styling process, the heat resistant glove withtherapeutic relief/support can provide therapeutic support, prevent andrelieve pain and stiffness associated with repetitive strain, carpaltunnel syndrome, arthritis, hand fatigue and poor circulation which arecommonly associated with repetitive use of heated hair tools.

Hair dressers/beauticians and stylist are chronic users of heated hairtools and are at high risk for repetitive stress and burn injuries tothe hands, wrists and fingers. The gloves mentioned can be worn by hairdressers to prevent burn injuries by reducing heat contact with theskin, while also helping to prevent repetitive stress injuries to riskareas of the hands/fingers and wrist while styling hair. Additionally,the gloves can be worn to relieve hair stylists that are alreadyexperiencing symptoms of RSI hands/wrists injuries.

The heat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support can also beutilized for protection and therapeutic purposes by users of householdirons and/or steam cleaner for clothing. Employees at dry cleaners usethese tools repetitively and are susceptible to RSI injuries. The glovescan provide protection from direct heat contact which would greatlyreduce the possibility of burn injuries. The glove can also providetherapeutic support and prevention of RSI's and wrists/hands fatiguethat is associated with chronic use of a house hold iron or steamcleaner.

Additionally, chefs/cooks that are in contact with hot pots/pans canbenefit from protecting themselves from burn injury while wearing theheat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support by preventing thehands and fingers from making direct contact with hot pans, stoves, orother hot kitchen equipment. The gloves can also provide therapeuticsupport/relief/and protection against common wrist and hand repetitivestress injuries that are associated with repetitive flipping, sautéing,or quick hand motions associated with cooking.

Restaurant waiters/waitresses also experience burns and RSI injuries tothe hands/wrist due to carrying very hot plates that also tend to bevery heavy. The heat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support canbe worn to reduce hand contact to hot plates and also provide addedwrist/hand support while carrying heavy plates. The gloves can also beworn to prevent burns and the onset of RSI injuries to risk areas of thehand/wrist. They also can be worn to relieve waiters/servers that arealready experiencing symptoms of RSI hand/wrist injuries.

Therapeutic properties are bestowed by the inner member as it iscomposed of an elastic compression material, much like that of bandagessuch as those commonly sold by 3M Company under the trade name ACE. Suchmaterials include woven and/or knitted elastic material or compressionelastic wrap material constructed from cotton, polyester and rubber-freeand latex-free elastic yarns for compression and breathability.Alternatively, rubber and/or latex elastic yarns may be used, althoughowing to latex allergies and/or lack of breathability, these rubberand/or latex yarns, although contemplated, may not be as desirable. Theheat resistant wrist support glove can have an inner member composed ofvarying ratios of cotton, polyester, and elastic yarns that providevarious grades of compression and durability. In other embodiments, theelastic material of the inner member is composed of a woven and knittedelastic material, including cotton, polyester and elastic yarns, nylon,spandex, lycra, or other types of elastic materials and fibers thatprovide compression of the body. Moreover, varying degrees ofcompression may be provided to the inner member. For example, the wristarea of the inner member may be constructed of a heavier gauge elasticcompression material than the palm or shallow opening region for extrapressure or compression of the wrist area of the user.

The inner member is substantially housed within the outer member so thatit is located within the outer member and is not visible externally.Preferably, the inner member is entirely housed within the outer memberand does not protrude from or extend from or beyond the outer member.Preferably, the inner member is fixedly attached to the outer member toform an integral unit, although the inner member may be separate fromthe outer member so that it is donned separately, followed by the outermember.

Heat resistance properties are provided by the outer member so that theuser is not subjected to discomfort owing to the hot or heated tool orimplement. Preferably, the outer member is composed of a para-aramid oraramid synthetic fiber, such as that sold under the trade name KEVLAR byDuPont, or other related aramids by DuPont sold under the trade namesNomex and Technora. Generally, the outer member is composed of a knittedor woven fabric including heat-resistant fiber yarns or threads, naturalor synthetic fabrics. A fabric of a temperature-resistant aromaticpolyamide fiber is preferably utilized to form the outer member. Theouter member may be composed nearly entirely of the aramid fiber, orpartially. The outer member may for example be composed of a tight,twill weave fabric of the polyamide fiber, and the outer surface of theouter member may be coated with a flame-resistant elastomeric coating orthe like, generally having a thickness from about 4 to about 5 mm,preferably a neoprene elastomer, but can be any elastomeric materialwhich has similar flexibility, and heat and flame-resistant propertiesas those of neoprene and which therefore aid in preventing conductiveheat penetration. Optionally, the outer member can be constructed of anatural fiber, such as heavy gauge cotton, or a synthetic fiber, such asnylon, depending on the degree of heat protection needed.

FIG. 1 illustrates a view of the inner member of the heat resistantglove with therapeutic relief/support, shown generally at 10. FIG. 2illustrates a view of the inner member housed within the outer member,showing generally at 20 the glove as an integral unit in its completedconstruction and being worn on a user. The gloves' inner member 10 isshown placed upon a user's hand 1. Hand 1 is shown as a typical handwith fingers 2 and a thumb 6 having finger tips 2′, 6′ and a finger base2″, 6″, and palm 3 attached to wrist 4 of arm 5.

The heat resistant glove's inner member 10 is formed having a wristsupporting portion 11, a palm supporting portion 12, and at least oneshallow opening 16′ adapted for passage of a user's fingers. The “atleast one” shallow opening 16′ is shown in phantom view; more preferablythere are four separate shallow openings 16 and a thumb shallow opening17 to individually pass through finger 2 and the thumb 6 remains freefrom containment. In this manner, the openings allow the fingers andthumb to pass through, however, preferably the openings do not actuallycover the fingers and thumb, but rather the rim of the openings 16, 17stop at the base or webbing of the fingers and or thumb. Preferably, therim of the openings 16, 17 have a length ranging from about 0.05 inchesto no more than about 1 inch so that it only slightly travels up thefingers and/or thumb.

The inner member 10 is therapeutic in nature and provides relief andprotection against repetitive strain, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis,hand fatigue and/ or poor circulation. Therapeutic properties of theinner member 10 are owed to its composition. In particular, the innermember 10 is composed of an elastic material, such as that of the typeused to construct elastic bandages, such as those commonly sold by 3MCompany under the trade name “ACE” bandage. The inner member 10 elasticmaterial provides a compression bandage like treatment for the hand andwrist. Due to its elasticity, the inner member 10 provides a stretchableconstruct used to create localized pressure and therapeutically treatmuscle sprain and strains in the hand and wrist. This therapeutic effectis achieved by reducing the flow of blood to the particular affectedarea by the application of evenly distributed, stable pressure operativeto restrict swelling at the place of injury. Preferably, the fittedmaterial of the inner member 10 is composed of a woven and knittedelastic material to provide adequate compression without the use ofnatural rubber or latex for comfort and breathability

The inner member 10 is placed inside an outer member 21, shown generallyat 20 in FIG. 2. Outer member 21 includes a wrist segment 22, palmsegment 23, and finger covering segment 24. Outer member 21 is composedof a light weight, thin, heat resistant material. It covers the fingers2 and protects them from burns during use of the heated tool. At thesame time, the inner member 10 supports the palm and wrist, providingtherapeutic relief and protection again repetitive strain, carpal tunnelsyndrome, arthritis, hand fatigue and poor circulation. The glove isconstructed by sewing inner member 10 to outer member 21, so that thetwo joined pieces form an integral unit. Advantageously, because theouter member 21 of the heat resistant glove with therapeuticrelief/support extends over and encases the fingers 2, including tips2′, the outer member 21 offers full protection for finger tips. Thelightweight, breathable glove is comfortable to wear for extendedperiods of time and offers full motions of fingers and hands. The gloveprovides therapeutic relief and protection against repetitive strain,carpal tunnel, syndrome, arthritis, hand fatigue and/or poor circulationthrough the unique construct of the inner member 10, while furtherproviding protection from burns when being worn through the uniqueconstruct of the outer member 21.

FIG. 3 illustrates a view of another embodiment of the inner member ofthe heat resistant glove with therapeutic relief/support wherein thewrist support extends onto at least a portion of a user's forearm, showngenerally at 100. FIG. 4 illustrates a view of the inner member housedwithin the outer member, showing generally at 200. The gloves' innermember 100 is shown placed upon a user's hand 101. Hand 101 is shown asa typical hand with fingers 102 and a thumb 106 having finger tips 102′,106′ and a finger base 102″, 106″, and palm 103 attached to wrist 104 ofarm 105.

The heat resistant glove's inner member 110 is formed having a wristsupporting portion 111, a palm supporting portion 112, and at least oneshallow opening 116′ adapted for passage of a user's fingers. The “atleast one” shallow opening 116′ is shown in phantom view; morepreferably there are four separate shallow openings 116 and a thumbshallow opening 117 to individually pass through finger 102 and thethumb 106 remains free from containment. The inner member 110 istherapeutic in nature and provides relief and protection againstrepetitive strain, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, hand fatigueand/or poor circulation via elastic compression. The inner member 110 isplaced inside an outer member 121, shown generally at 200 in FIG. 4.Outer member 121 includes a wrist segment 122, palm segment 123, andfinger covering segment 124. Outer member 121 is composed of a lightweight, thin, heat resistant material and covers the fingers 102 andprotects them from burns during use of the heated tool.

Preferably, as shown, the wrist supporting portion 111 and wrist segment122 of the inner member 110 and outer member 121, respectively, have alength ranging from about 0.5 inches to about 5 inches from the wristjoint to a portion of the forearm, but before the elbow region, as shownat phantom length line 110′ and 120′. Preferably, the wrist supportingportion 111 and wrist segment 122 of the inner member 110 and outermember 121, respectively, have a length ranging from about 1 inch to 3inches. In this embodiment, the inner member 110 and outer member 120extend past the wrist upward on the forearm to provide extra compressionsupport and heat protection to the wrist and lower forearm.

External attachment means 130 may be integrated on the wrist segment 122of the outer member 120. The external attachment means 130 is preferablylocated on a rim 122′ of the wrist segment 122 of the outer member 120.At least one loop 131 is preferably provided as the attachment means 130for attachment of hair accessories or items (clips, barrettes, etc.)and/or to be used as a hook for hanging the glove on an object orsurface.

Having thus described the invention in rather full detail, it will beunderstood that such detail need not be strictly adhered to, but thatadditional changes and modifications may suggest themselves to oneskilled in the art, all falling within the scope of the invention asdefined by the subjoined claims.

1. A heat resistant wrist support glove, comprising: a. an inner membercomposed of an elastic material having a wrist supporting portion, apalm supporting portion, and at least one shallow opening adapted forpassage of a user's fingers, said inner member being therapeutic innature; b. an outer member composed of a light-weight, thin, heatresistant material having a wrist segment, palm segment, and fingercovering segment; and c. said inner member being housed within saidouter member; wherein the heat resistant, wrist support glove's innermember provides therapeutic relief and protection against repetitivestrain, repetitive stress injuries (“RSI”), carpal tunnel syndrome,arthritis, hand fatigue and/or poor circulation and said outer memberprovides protection from burns when being worn.
 2. A heat resistantwrist support glove as recited by claim 1, wherein said inner membercomprises at least four separate shallow openings and a thumb shallowopening appointed to individually pass through fingers and a thumb of auser.
 3. A heat resistant wrist support glove as recited by claim 1,wherein said inner member is composed of a woven and/or knitted elasticmaterial or compression elastic wrap material.
 4. A heat resistant wristsupport glove as recited by claim 1, wherein said inner member isconstructed from cotton, polyester and rubber-free and latex-freeelastic yarns.
 5. A heat resistant wrist support glove as recited byclaim 1, wherein said inner member is constructed having varying ratiosof cotton, polyester, and elastic yarns offering various grades ofcompression and durability.
 6. A heat resistant wrist support glove asrecited by claim 1, wherein said elastic material of said inner memberis composed of a woven and knitted elastic material.
 7. A heat resistantwrist support glove as recited by claim 1, wherein said inner member issubstantially housed within said outer member.
 8. A heat resistant wristsupport glove as recited by claim 1, wherein said inner member isentirely housed within said outer member and does not protrude from saidouter member.
 9. A heat resistant wrist support glove as recited byclaim 1, wherein said outer member is composed of a para-aramid oraramid synthetic fiber.
 10. A heat resistant wrist support glove asrecited by claim 1, wherein said outer member is composed of a knittedor woven fabric including heat-resistant fiber yarns or threads.
 11. Aheat resistant wrist support glove as recited by claim 1, wherein saidouter member is composed of a knitted or woven natural or syntheticfabric.
 12. A heat resistant wrist support glove as recited by claim 1,wherein said inner member is fixedly attached to said outer member toform an integral unit.
 13. A heat resistant wrist support glove asrecited by claim 1, wherein said wrist supporting portion of said innermember has a length ranging from about 0.5 inches to about 5 inches. 14.A heat resistant wrist support glove as recited by claim 1, wherein saidwrist supporting portion of said inner member has a length ranging fromabout 1 inch to 3 inches.
 15. A heat resistant wrist support glove asrecited by claim 1, wherein said wrist segment of said outer member hasa length ranging from about 0.5 inches to about 5 inches.
 16. A heatresistant wrist support glove as recited by claim 1, wherein said wristsegment of said outer member has a length ranging from about 1 inch to 3inches.
 17. A heat resistant wrist support glove as recited by claim 1comprising external attachment means located on said wrist segment ofsaid outer member.
 18. A heat resistant wrist support glove as recitedby claim 17, wherein said external attachment means is located on a rimof said wrist segment of said outer member.
 19. A heat resistant wristsupport glove as recited by claim 17, wherein said external attachmentmeans comprises at least one loop.
 20. A method of using a heatresistant wrist support glove appointed for use in providing protectionand therapeutic treatment when handling heated, hot or otherwise warmobjects or tools, comprising said steps of: a. donning a heat resistantwrist support glove comprising: i. an inner member composed of anelastic material having a wrist supporting portion, a palm supportingportion, and at least one shallow opening adapted for passage of auser's fingers, said inner member being therapeutic in nature; ii. anouter member composed of a light-weight, thin, heat resistant materialhaving a wrist segment, palm segment, and finger covering segment; andiii. said inner member being housed within said outer member; b.handling heated, hot or otherwise warm objects or tools, wherein theheat resistant, wrist support glove provides therapeutic relief andprotection against repetitive strain, repetitive stress injuries(“RSI”), carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, hand fatigue and/or poorcirculation and provides protection from burns when being worn.